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March 25, 2010
2010 will bring a host of changes to Family Law legislation in Ontario thanks to Bill 133, the Family Law Statute Amendment Act, 2009 (the “Act”). The Act will come into force after receiving Royal Assent. Please check our Blog regularly to keep up to date with these changes and/or sign up for our free [...]
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March 19, 2010
The Change of Name Act (the “Act”) will be amended by Bill 133 (Family Law Statute Amendment Act, 2009) as a consequence to changes in the Children’s Law Reform Act (wherein section 6.1 is being added) that enable a court to change a child’s last name where a declaration of maternity or paternity is made. [...]
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March 10, 2010
The Child and Family Services Act (the “Act”) will be amended by Bill 133 (Family Law Statute Amendment Act, 2009) wherein section 57.1 of the Act will enable the court to make a restraining order in appropriate circumstances at the same time the court is making a custody order. A separate application for a restraining [...]
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February 26, 2010
One of the numerous amendments to the Children’s Law Reform Act (the “Act”) as a result of Bill 133 (Family Law Statute Amendment Act, 2009) relates to the process for custody or access applications in certain circumstances. Section 21 of the Act is amended adding a requirement for the applicant for custody or access to [...]
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February 20, 2010
The frequency of applications for custody or access to children by people other than the parents (e.g. extended family members such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc.) has increased dramatically. One of the numerous amendments to the Children’s Law Reform Act (the “Act”) as a result of Bill 133 (Family Law Statute Amendment Act, 2009) relates [...]
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Thank you so much for taking my case. When I first came to you, I was in such a deep hole I thought I would never get out. Other lawyers refused to take my case, but you agreed to step in and got me an order for support when others said it wasn’t possible. I was beyond shocked when you were able to get me the settlement within a few months that I had been after for years. I can’t thank you enough for all your great work.
I wanted to send this card to thank you for all your hard work during my divorce. You were always there for me (only a call or email away), and you gave me the confidence to fight for my rights and for my children. We all thank you for getting us the closure we wanted and for helping us set the stage for bright futures.
Initially, I was concerned that hiring a lawyer would only increase the stress and expense of my divorce. However, you put me at ease right from the start with your frank approach and “telling it like it is”. You were always accessible and always came up with ideas to help resolve things instead of creating more conflict whenever roadblocks appeared. I wanted to thank you for candour, the results, and for helping me get on with my new life.
Mr. Zeidman, in the three years since my separation, I had two other lawyers, neither of whom was able to make much progress with my custody and property division case. But when you agreed to be my lawyer, things changed. By shifting the focus on my children and their best interests, you were able to get me sole custody, support, and a fair equalization payment shortly followed. You knew when to fight, what to fight about, and how to persuade my husband, his lawyer and the judges – and throughout all of it, you were always encouraging and supportive. I am forever grateful for your services.
Mr. Zeidman, you and your staff were professional and extremely supportive to me throughout my custody battle for my children. Thank you for helping me get my children back and for being so kind the whole time.
I was scared to go to court, and I was prepared to settle for almost anything just to avoid it. You told me that my husband knew that, and he was using that to try to get me to agree to a “lowball” offer. You explained my options, their advantages and disadvantages, and you helped me get over my fear of court by demystifying the process and giving me confidence in my case. When we went to the Case Conference and I saw how the judge agreed with your assessment, my confidence grew even more. Because of you, a settlement was reached that gave me and my children much more than I expected was possible. Thank you for your kind words and your efforts. I would recommend you to anyone who is going through a divorce, and I have already referred two of my friends to your office.
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